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title: "Janet Courtney Hostel Refurbishment, Lerwick, Shetland - Architectural Services and Principal Designer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04eb7f"
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# Janet Courtney Hostel Refurbishment, Lerwick, Shetland - Architectural Services and Principal Designer

Buyer: SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04eb7f

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## Summary

The Shetland Islands Council has initiated a procurement process under the title "Janet Courtney Hostel Refurbishment, Lerwick, Shetland - Architectural Services and Principal Designer." Targeting the architectural services sector, this contracting process involves the complete refurbishment of a hostel in Lerwick, Shetland Islands. The project necessitates forming part of a design team, acquiring consents, contractor appointment assistance, and onsite supervision as Lead Designer in compliance with Construction Regulations 2015 (CDM). This contract is governed by Scots Law and uses a Restricted Procedure under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. The tender stage initiated on 11th March 2025 with a closing date for submissions on 11th April 2025, and a subsequent invitation to the second stage set for 22nd April 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses proficient in architectural and related services, particularly those experienced in supervising refurbishment projects. Companies capable of meeting specified financial and insurance criteria—such as a minimum turnover, requisite liability insurance, and sound financial standing—are especially suited to respond. With the Shetland Islands Council as the contracting authority, businesses involved in delivering architectural design services stand to benefit from the strategic location in Lerwick, potentially strengthening regional ties and expanding clientele within this sector. The tender stipulates electronic submission methods, fostering streamlined participation and enabling firms to leverage technological efficiencies in proposal delivery.

## Notice

Provision of architectural services to form part of design team for the refurbishment of the Janet Courtney Hostel. Works comprise full design and specification of drawings and documents, acquisition of consents, assist in appointment of Contractor and full CA duties to supervise and manage works onsite. The appointment will also include the role of Lead Designer under the Construction Regulations 2015 (CDM).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The type of contract to be awarded is a Services contract. The procedure is a governed by the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. The procedure being followed is a Restricted Procedure.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028866-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Locality | LERWICK, SHETLAND |
| Post town | Lerwick |
| Postcode | ZE1 0LZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Shetland Islands |
| Electoral ward | Lerwick North and Bressay |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM66 Shetland Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services
- 71220000 - Architectural design services

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2026 at 08:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028866-2026
- 11 Mar 2025 at 13:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008722-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.shetland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000792383
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00402

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